This occupation employs 15,600 people now, and is projected to grow to 16,100 over the next 10 years — an increase of 500 jobs (+3.4%).
There are 1,000 occupational openings annually. This is due to a projected 50 jobs created from growth and 1,000 separations (people leaving). Within the profession, 400 people are expected to retire and 600 are expected to switch occupations.